[Vectis Hamstery]

The closest show would be Dawlish in March. There used to be lots of exhibitors and shows in Cornwall and Devon years ago, but unfortunately as these exhibitors became less active the shows in that area were less supported and reduced to just one Dawlish show a year. However, new shows are considered if there is sufficient support in an area, such as the new show in Ferndown this year which was successful thanks to all the efforts of local club members. The NHC handbook which you get when you become a club member explains other ways of meeting hamster enthusiasts locally such as by forming a hamster circle which is another option. As the Southern Hamster Club covers some 2,500 square miles and has a finite number of shows per year, it just isn't possible to have one in every county unfortunately. Most members travel between 1-2 hours for their 'close' shows.

I'm not aware of any breeders locally, but the secretary of the Southern Hamster Club may know of some others. Her details can be found on the SHC website.